Charlotte Fc vs Columbus Crew Picks and Predictions May 24th 2025

Game Preview: Columbus Crew vs. Charlotte FC

The Columbus Crew and host Charlotte FC are both looking to turn their fortunes around when they clash on Saturday night. While both teams have faced recent struggles, the context of their “hunger” for victory differs as they meet in a key MLS fixture. To keep up with all the latest results and betting lines, check out the Soccer Scores and Odds.

Columbus Crew’s Recent Form

The Crew (7−1−6, 27 points) finds itself in an unusual rut, having gone three straight matches without a victory. Despite this, they’ve managed to secure draws in all three, including a 1-1 stalemate against FC Cincinnati last Saturday, a game where the Crew attempted 17 shots. Crew coach Wilfried Nancy expressed his frustration but maintained belief in his team’s potential, stating, “Yes, it’s frustrating we didn’t win the last three games because we deserve it. I believe if we play the way we’ve been playing, we’re going to score more goals than you think.” The Crew will be eager to translate their strong play into decisive wins.

Charlotte FC’s Current Struggles

Charlotte (6−7−1, 19 points) enters this match in a more precarious position, having lost five consecutive MLS matches. Their hopes of building momentum in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup were dashed on Wednesday when they tied D.C. United 3-3 through 120 minutes, only to lose 2-1 in a penalty shootout thanks to four saves by D.C. United goalkeeper Jordan Farr. Charlotte coach Dean Smith lamented the timing, remarking, “I think that was the lowest-scoring shootout that I’ve ever seen. It’s unfortunate because the only winner now is Columbus, who’ve had a free week and will be fresh for this weekend.” Defender Bill Tuiloma, who scored in the Open Cup match, reflected on the effort: “We wanted to win it so bad. We left it all on the pitch. We’ve got to move onwards and on to the next game in the regular season.” Charlotte’s home form is solid at 5−2−0, but their road record is 1−5−1, including a 4−2 loss to Columbus on May 3.

Team Trends and Statistics

The Columbus Crew currently sits 3rd in the Eastern Conference with 27 points from 14 matches, boasting a strong overall record of 7 wins, 6 draws, and only 1 loss. Their home form is respectable (4−3−1), but their away form has been particularly impressive this season with 3 wins and 3 draws from 6 matches, remaining unbeaten on the road. They average 1.57 goals scored per match and concede 1.0 goals per match. Over 50% of their MLS matches this season have seen over 2.5 goals.

Charlotte FC is positioned 8th in the Eastern Conference with 19 points from 14 matches. Their overall record stands at 6 wins, 1 draw, and 7 losses. While they maintain a decent home record (5−2−0), their struggles are evident on the road, where they have managed only 1 win, 1 draw, and 5 losses. Charlotte averages 1.5 goals scored per match and concedes 1.5 goals per match. In their last 6 matches across all competitions, Charlotte has only secured 1 win, with 1 draw and 4 losses, highlighting their current slump.

In head-to-head matchups, these two teams have met 7 times in MLS history. The record is evenly split with 2 wins for Charlotte, 2 wins for Columbus Crew, and 3 draws. Their most recent encounter on May 3, 2025, saw the Columbus Crew defeat Charlotte FC 4-2. For more detailed analysis and strategies, consult our Soccer Expert Betting Guide.

Match Outlook

With Charlotte FC facing five consecutive away matches after Saturday, they will be desperate to secure a home victory. Crew defender Malte Amundsen anticipates a highly motivated opponent: “We have to expect that they come out very hungry, and hungry to change how it’s going for them.” However, Amundsen also confirmed the Crew’s resolve, adding, “You’ll see a very hungry Columbus Crew team. We want to win games.” This match promises to be a battle of wills as both teams aim to break their winless streaks.

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